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At the basic level, your property will have a clause in the deeds stating that you can or cannot keep a caravan on the property.

However, in the latter case, they will probably also state that you can not keep any commercial vehicles or vans on the property as well. In practice, covenants prohibiting the parking of caravans have been applied to most 'estate type' properties built since the 1970s.

Many people enjoy nothing more than going on a caravan holiday (Image: Getty)

Now this is where things get more complicated - when you take into account neighbours' driveways, properties and land.

You see, some of your neighbours may view your caravan as ugly and downright hazardous, especially if it impairs their own ability to manoeuvre, or see, off their driveways.

Most caravan owners on forums suggest speaking to your neighbours before pitching a caravan on your driveway, because this maintains that good relationship, as well as forewarning them.

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If a caravan blocks your vision getting out of your drive, there is something you can do to remove it, but it requires letters to councils and road safety officials.

Likewise, if you must park a caravan on your property's driveway, most owners of the vehicles suggest writing to your local council, so you are able to prove you have permission should any issues arise. This story published by the Burton Mail's sister title, the Birmingham Mail.